Sheinton - St Peter & St Paul 

Standing high on a natural mound overlooking the Severn valley, this mediaeval church was much restored and altered in the 19th century.  

It is the final resting place of the Reverend Benjamin Bailey and his wife Elizabeth, who served as Missionaries in Kerala, South India for 40 years, setting up a printing press for the Malayalam language and a College, where they are still remembered and celebrated.

Sheinton is a small rural hamlet in an area of outstanding natural beauty, with 3 active farms and a mixture of working families and retired people. The Church is always open for prayer, quiet contemplation and those just wishing to visit.

Many passers-by (often walking groups) mention in our Visitor's Book how much they appreciate the welcome of an open church.

Services:  We currently hold 1 service per month.  

On the fourth Sunday we celebrate Eucharist at 11am when possible, or have a lay led Morning Worship.  We welcome worshippers from nearby villages as well as Sheinton itself.

Celebratory services for Christmas, Easter, our Patronal festival (June) and Harvest (September) are always followed by tasty refreshments!

Achievements:

Over the past 20 years we have secured significant grant donations, which have enabled us to extensively repair and redecorate our beautiful Church.

These grants have been matched by the incredible effort and generosity of the village residents, friends, neighbours and relations.  We often hold a Village Fete, an annual Cross-country race, and other diverse community fund-raising events.

A group of enthusiastic volunteers have investigated the archaeology and history of the Parish, and produced a fascinating book, which can be purchased from the Church (£5).

Vision:

 It is the vision of the PCC of St Peter & St Paul to share the good news of God's love and to keep the Church as the beating heart of our whole community. The PCC hopes to provide a welcoming and comfortable place of worship for all, and eventually an accessible community space.

We are always happy to receive suggestions, donations and any offers of help to support the Church and its work.  There is a donation QR code in the church.

The churchwardens are John Parry: 01952 727499 or click here to email, and 

                                      Michael Innes: 07725 084880  or click here to email

The PCC Treasurer is   K Robinson:01952 510960 or click here to email

The PCC Secretary is    K  Innes 01952 510878 or click here to email